1999 Marcos Mantara vs. 2008 MG TF
To start off, 2008 MG TF is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Marcos Mantara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Marcos Mantara would be higher. At 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Marcos Mantara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Marcos Mantara (182 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2008 MG TF. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Marcos Mantara should accelerate faster than 2008 MG TF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 MG TF weights approximately 264 kg more than 1999 Marcos Mantara.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 Marcos Mantara (313 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 MG TF. (174 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Marcos Mantara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Marcos Mantara | 2008 MG TF | |
| Make | Marcos | MG |
| Model | Mantara | TF |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3950 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 313 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1270 mm |
